Entrepreneurs and professionals from Bangladesh’s telecommunications and information and communication technology (ICT) sector who share nationalist ideals have formally launched the Nationalist ICT Forum, with the approval of its first full-fledged committee on February 15, 2026. The committee was endorsed following a series of preparatory meetings and recommendations from a five-member selection panel, a press release said.
The newly formed committee has been tasked with drafting a constitution within the next 90 days and taking the necessary steps to transform the forum into a permanent organizational platform.
The forum will be guided by a panel of distinguished advisers led by Chief Adviser AKM Wahiduzzaman. Engineer Rafel Kabir has been appointed as President, while Rowshan Kamal James will serve as Secretary General.
Chief Adviser AKM Wahiduzzaman said the forum was established to build a strong think tank and professional network among nationalist ICT and telecom professionals. “We aim to play an active role in policy support, skills development and technology-driven national progress,” he said.
President Engineer Rafel Kabir noted that the forum seeks to create a powerful platform for ICT entrepreneurs and professionals who share nationalist values. “Our priority is to develop skilled human resources, provide constructive policy recommendations and engage young professionals. Drafting the constitution and implementing an effective action plan within the next 90 days will be our immediate focus,” he added.
Secretary General Rowshan Kamal James said the forum would work to strengthen the role of the ICT sector in national development and the digital economy. “We will build an effective network by bringing together ICT entrepreneurs, professionals and young talents from across the country,” he said.
Through the Nationalist ICT Forum, stakeholders expect to establish a well-organized and active platform that will contribute to ICT policy development and strengthen engagement between the sector and government.
